Morning Jolt: Washington Redskins name change on tap?

A Washington, D.C., council member is proposing a change to the Washington Redskins, according to The Associated Press. David Grosso will introduce a resolution to change the Redskins name because it it “racist and derogatory,” and he said he has the support among fellow council members. Grosso suggested Redtai...

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Posted May. 1, 2013 at 5:05 AM

Posted May. 1, 2013 at 5:05 AM

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A Washington, D.C., council member is proposing a change to the Washington Redskins, according to The Associated Press. David Grosso will introduce a resolution to change the Redskins name because it it “racist and derogatory,” and he said he has the support among fellow council members. Grosso suggested Redtails as the new name, saying it would honor the Tuskegee Airmen.